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Weekly Want: CLAE Ellington Leopard Sneakers

Alexander Liang — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 15:45:15 +0000

Animal prints are making their mark in menswear this season! Popping where you might least expect them, these prints are a trend to embrace. We have our eyes on CLAE’s Ellington sneakers, featured in a bold black and white leopard print. Canvas upper atop gum sole, these kicks are a perfect addition to to your wardrobe that will put a spring in your step.

The Ellington is one of CLAE’s most popular silhouettes and the new leopard print color way is available exclusively on size?, retailing for £60.00. CLAE Ellington, £60.00

Alejandro Ingelmo Fall 2013

Quentin Washington — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 20:02:36 +0000

Sleek and geometric, the Alejandro Ingelmo Fall 2013 Collection brought an artistic view to footwear and accessories for men and women. The set, including a light installation designed by Ivan Navarro and custom neon light boxes created by Alejandro Ingelmo selected the innovative approach of Ingelmo’s designs. Patent leather loafers, reflective sneakers, and the signature white sole were standouts, while glitter, wings, and high heels brought sex appeal to the women’s collections.

Ingelmo’s collection also included a set of bags; in a black and white palette, the silhouettes of the bags were simple and sharp; making it a unisex choice for the fashion forward.

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Robert Geller Fall 2013

Quentin Washington — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 05:55:11 +0000

Inspired by 1920′s Berlin and German Expressionist film, the Robert Geller Fall 2013 Collection presented a modern take on an era that can be as dark as it was golden. A collection full of drama and romance, it was styled to perfection, making it a wearable, daring dream for men of style substance. Twills, polyurethane tweeds and pigment-dyed knits were highlighted fabric features, where the color palette gave us hues of grey and the ever popular oxblood. Quilted shorts, oxblood leather belts, and bordeaux trousers were standout pieces, with necessary mention of the head a hand accessories.

The oversized black woolen hats in the collection drew an exaggerated parallel to the imagery found in Dr. Caligari’s films of the 1920′s, and you can’t talk about 1920′s expressionist film without depicting it in back and white. This was perfectly depicted with the black and white leather gloves, printed in both stripes and polka dots. The gloves, a very popular piece backstage, will surely do well in market – just like the entire collection.

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Calvin Klein Collection Men’s Fall 2013

Alexander Liang — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 23:45:44 +0000

Calvin Klein Collection continues to define modern elegance in menswear for fall 2013. Layers, texture and new proportions defined the collection, colored by a palette of black, midnight blue and deep oxblood.

Sportswear references eveningwear and vice versa in a mix of technical surfaces and classic menswear patterns. Precise tailoring is demonstrated through each piece, a quality that has become synonymous with Calvin Klein Collection.

Textile textures add contrast to the looks, juxtaposing cashmere, nylon, felted flannels and 3double-faced twills against one another. Laser cuts and thermo embossing update and add contours to traditional menswear fabrications.

Notable guests at the show included actor Justin Theroux and New York Giants’ Victor Cruz.

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Watch the Calvin Klein Collection Men’s Fall 2013 Runway Show LIVE

Alexander Liang — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 23:01:57 +0000

Milan Men’s Fashion Week is underway and Calvin Klein Collection is set to show it’s men’s fall 2013 collection this Sunday, January 13th at 2:00 PM CET (Milan) / 8:00 AM EST (New York). Presented by Italo Zucchelli, the brands’ Men’s Creative Director, the Calvin Klein Collection runway show will be streaming live and you can watch the action right here!

Bookmark this page and tune in this Sunday below:

Start The New Year On Time With Brera Orologi

Alexander Liang — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 10:42:08 +0000

The New Year offers a moment for resolutions, many of which are related to time, like going to bed earlier, making time for the gym or just plain being on time. This year, I’m personally keeping an eye on the clock with Brera Orologi’s Supersportivo watch.

The Supersportivo comes with a signature brushed stainless steel case, extra thick hand applied indexes, signature 11mm BRERA crown and full Chrono function.

You may have seen me wearing the watch in a variety of ways on my blog. It’s a perfect mix of sport and class, a versatile timepiece that you can easily work into your style. While I prefer the rose gold and black combination, there are a number of other color ways to choose from as well.

The Brera Orologi Supersportivo watch retails for $795 on watchstation.com.

Weekly Want: Lumina Clothing Co. Button Downs

Corey Kindberg — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 17:00:18 +0000

It’s hard to come across a button down shirt that says everything you want it to say — this is where Lumina Clothing Co. button down shirts come in. Not only are they priced to perfection, but their fit is stellar and they’re the perfect basics. From the simple oxford to the checkered patterns, it’s the perfect stepping stone to making your wardrobe that much better for 2013. After all, a new year is the time to reflect on the terrible sartorial choices you made last year. Check out Lumina Clothing Co. here, and make sure to pick up a few shirts for only $78.

New Year’s Eve Men’s Style Tips

Quentin Washington — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 05:31:41 +0000

We survived the end of the world, so let’s celebrate the end of 2012! New Year’s Eve is always a time to to get “suited and booted,” even if the suit is a formal tux and the boots are actually slippers! No matter your day-to-day style, you can add your own personal touch to the standard NYE dress code.

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KENTON’s Senior Fashion News Editor Corey Kindberg Shares His Holiday Gift Picks

Corey Kindberg — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 22:37:56 +0000

I’m kind of an accessories fiend when it comes to the holidays. Remember that part in the Moulin Rouge song with Christina, Kim and all those other famous peoples names that I just can’t remember when they sing “Why spend mine when I can spend yours?” which is kind of what the holidays are all about. That, and seeing your family and all that mumbo jumbo. We work hard all year, and we want to be rewarded and ask for things that we don’t want to spend our own money on. That’s why this gift guide is the perfect accessories guide to make sure any man in your life with the slightest sense of style is happy this holiday season. The Jack Spade bag is a given, the camo print and the dipped orange is kind of perfect. I’m also obsessed over the Coach Men’s portfolio for those days when you just want to grab something and go. We can’t forget about that amazing Want Les Essentiels de la Vie wallet, it’s amazing. Oh and that Sabon gift package, is perfect. I use Sabon product all day, everyday because Sabon makes your skin feel and smell like the freshest thing on the planet. Lastly, the Gap perfect v-neck is the best thing to happen to you and me. They fit like a glove and I wear them under everything!

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Skincare Tips from Backstage: Mënaji

Quentin Washington — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:39:20 +0000

Skincare is an important part of a man’s routine, especially as the winter elements approach us. This season, we look to the experts from Mënaji to give us an inside look from their backstage prep of the models for Duckie Brown and Perry Ellis by Duckie Brown for our own daily regimen. Michele Probst, celebrity makeup artist, and President and founder of Mënaji Worldwide, takes us backstage and tells us how we can perfect the same looks at home!

KENTON: What was the direction of the looks from each show?
Mënaji: We did 2 shows this year. For Duckie Brown, we collaborated with the amazing Makeup Artist Ralph Siciliano to create a unique look. The face was a clean, matte finish highlighting cheek bones and strong jaw lines. There was a black and white flower collar stencil/tattoo on the neck and the hand. This was very, cool, fresh and fashion forward.

For Perry Ellis by Duckie Brown, it was more about lifestyle. This tailored yacht set look called for healthy, polished looking skin. The face was dewy with a nice sunkissed glow and sheen on the lip.

KENTON: Describe the regimen you used for the models?
Mënaji: If possible, we like to try and get our skincare to the models before the day of the show. Even models get the uninvited “oopsies” that pop up now and then. Clean, healthy skin is the easiest to work with. Mënaji’s Shower Polishing Scrub; Hydrator; Masque & Lip Agent are must-haves. We keep our “hero” product, 911 Eye Repair, backstage in ice to knock out last minute dark, puffy, tired looking eyes.

KENTON: What was the key product you used backstage to complete the looks?
Mënaji: For the first show the star was the Anti-Shine High-Def powders. They are skin tones, so it just blends evenly w/ the skin creating a clean, matte finish. For the dewy look of the second show, it was the Hydrator all the way. It is so nourishing with hylaronic acid and grapefruit. The skin practically shines.

KENTON: How can men at home can do the same thing in their bathroom?
Mënaji: It’s so easy! Men are spending in the US alone, 33 Billion on their appearance. There are no more excuses for men not to take care of their skin.
They can buy on line at Menaji.com or Nordstrom.com and or call toll free @ 1.800.551.5067 x 302. Guys, the first thing people look at is your face. Take it seriously!!

KENTON: With the Fall in full swing and Winter approaching us, what products are essential for protection in cold weather?
Mënaji: The winter conditions indoors and outdoors can be rough on your skin. Winter sun UVA rays are harsh and age the skin. Remember the basics: Clean, Hydrate, Protect and Nourish. It is important to have a good exfoliate with natural ingredients to help remove excess and dead skin. Moisturize your skin to repair the dryness. And finally, don’t forget your lips; a lip balm of SPF 15 is best.

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